1981 Citroen LN vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1340 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Sienna |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |