1983 Citroen LN vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1983 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen LN weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki Cervo 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 1979 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1979 Suzuki Cervo (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Suzuki Cervo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | LN | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2040 mm |
