1981 Citroen LN vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1156 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 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | LN | Korando |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |