1982 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 495 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Polo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
