1981 Citroen LN vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Will (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Will weights approximately 280 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, 2002 Toyota Will (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 2002 Toyota Will 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 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Will |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
