1981 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 990 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 Holden Frontera 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, 2005 Holden Frontera 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, 2005 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 2005 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | LN | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
