1982 Citroen LN vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 696 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 1992 Pontiac Firebird 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 1992 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | LN | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 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 | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
