1983 Citroen LN vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 394 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 1978 Opel Rekord 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 1978 Opel Rekord. 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, 1978 Opel Rekord (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | LN | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
