1982 Citroen LN vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 466 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, 1985 Renault 25 (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen LN | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | LN | 25 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |