1983 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 22 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1181 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (382 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
