1983 Citroen LN vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 2005 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 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
