1981 Citroen LN vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 490 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
Model | LN | Guara |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |