1982 Citroen LN vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 29 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 440 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Dacia |
| Model | LN | Duster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2673 mm |
