1982 Citroen LN vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 206 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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | LN | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
