1981 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 28 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 514 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.
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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | T5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
