1982 Citroen LN vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 6 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | LN | Samara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
