1982 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 641 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Highlander |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
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 |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |