1982 Citroen LN vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 1206 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 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen LN | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | LN | Safari |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |