1983 Citroen LN vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon

To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 770 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Citroen LN 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
Make Citroen Jeep
Model LN Station Wagon
Year Released 1983 1950
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 2638 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2650 mm


 

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