1981 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane is newer by 24 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 995 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 2005 Ford Fairlane 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 2005 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 2005 Ford Fairlane 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. 2005 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2005 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2920 mm |
