1983 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 24 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 415 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 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen LN | 2007 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | LN | Terios |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 46 L |