1981 Citroen LN vs. 2002 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 21 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Chairman (151 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 835 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 2002 Daewoo Chairman 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 2002 Daewoo Chairman. 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, 2002 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 2002 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1981 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1981 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2002 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | LN | Chairman |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
