1982 Citroen LN vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 566 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
