1981 Citroen LN vs. 2003 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 22 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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.
Because 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2003 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | LN | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
