1983 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 604 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Polo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
