1982 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 893 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | LN | C5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1607 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
