1983 Citroen LN vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 339 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen LN | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Yaris |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |