1982 Citroen LN vs. 1969 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen LN (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN.
Because 1969 Skoda Octavia 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 1969 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Citroen LN (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1969 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | LN | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
