1981 Citroen LN vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | LN | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
