1982 Citroen LN vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 42 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
