1981 Citroen LN vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 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 973 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Corsa weights approximately 274 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.
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, 1998 Opel Corsa (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | LN | Corsa |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 44 L |