1983 Citroen LN vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 6 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 360 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.
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, 1989 Eagle Summit (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen LN | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
Make | Citroen | Eagle |
Model | LN | Summit |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |