1983 Citroen LN vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen LN weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Polo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
