1982 Citroen LN vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 17 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 170 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | LN | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
