1983 Citroen LN vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt is newer by 11 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Colt (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 515 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, 1994 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1994 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | LN | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
