1982 Citroen LN vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 22 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 938 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1982 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1982 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
