1982 Citroen LN vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 15 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 365 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen LN | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Carina |
Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |