1983 Citroen LN vs. 1998 Ford Libre
To start off, 1998 Ford Libre is newer by 15 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Libre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Libre (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Libre should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Libre weights approximately 588 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, 1998 Ford Libre (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Libre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1998 Ford Libre | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Libre |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
