1982 Citroen LN vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 315 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
