1981 Citroen LN vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | LN | Zafira |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |