1981 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 26 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 2007 Ford E-150 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. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 132 L |
