1981 Citroen LN vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 30 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | LN | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |
