1982 Citroen LN vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 9 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 786 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 1991 Ferrari Mondial 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 1991 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen LN | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | LN | Mondial |
Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 95 L |