1983 Citroen LN vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 510 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 1970 Mercury Comet 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 1970 Mercury Comet. 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen LN | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | LN | Comet |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |