1983 Citroen LN vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 255 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN. 1999 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
