1982 Citroen LN vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 353 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.
Because 1987 Lotus Esprit 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | LN | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 31 L |
