1982 Citroen LN vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 376 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 Volkswagen Corrado (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
