1982 Citroen LN vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1012 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | LN | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
