1983 Citroen LN vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 480 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | LN | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
