1983 Citroen LN vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 28 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 585 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 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 2011 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | LN | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
