1982 Citroen LN vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 31 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 791 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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | LN | 5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
