1981 Citroen LN vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante 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 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1080 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 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2290 mm |