1983 Citroen LN vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 730 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 1968 Jaguar 240 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 1968 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | LN | 240 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
