1982 Citroen LN vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1071 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 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Highlander (329 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 73 L |
