1982 Citroen LN vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1301 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | LN | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 78 L |
