1984 Citroen LN vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 850 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 1979 Ford LTD 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 1979 Ford LTD. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | LTD |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
