1982 Citroen LN vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 16 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 336 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 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 1998 Lotus GT 1. 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | LN | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2320 mm |
