1982 Citroen LN vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 531 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
