1982 Citroen LN vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 844 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 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen LN | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | LN | Legacy |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |