1982 Citroen LN vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 12 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 733 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 1994 Lamborghini Diablo 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 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | LN | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
