1981 Citroen LN vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 610 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 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | LN | Laguna |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |