1983 Citroen LN vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 948 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 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | LN | Outback |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
