1984 Citroen LN vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1969 Ford Capri (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Capri |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 41 L |
