1981 Citroen LN vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 592 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | LN | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 77 L |
