1982 Citroen LN vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Escort weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1981 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Escort |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |
