1983 Citroen LN vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 727 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | LN | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
