1982 Citroen LN vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 942 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 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. 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 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1982 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1982 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2930 mm |
