1981 Citroen LN vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 484 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN.
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, 2008 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | LN | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
