1981 Citroen LN vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 29 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 2010 Jeep Liberty 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. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | LN | Liberty |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 74 L |