1983 Citroen LN vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 635 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
