1981 Citroen LN vs. 2004 Citroen C4
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 671 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2004 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | LN | C4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
