1981 Citroen LN vs. 1997 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1997 Ford Aerostar is newer by 16 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 805 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 1997 Ford Aerostar 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 1997 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1997 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1997 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3030 mm |
