1982 Citroen LN vs. 1991 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1991 Pontiac 6000 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 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 550 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, 1991 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1991 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | LN | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
