1982 Citroen LN vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 617 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 2013 Scion tC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion tC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | LN | tC |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
