1982 Citroen LN vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault Super 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault Super 5 (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault Super 5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen LN weights approximately 19 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault Super 5 (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault Super 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | LN | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
