1981 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1290 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 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | LN | Sportage |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |