1981 Citroen LN vs. 1996 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1996 Ford Versailles is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1996 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Versailles |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
