1984 Citroen LN vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 245 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.
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, 1994 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen LN | 1994 Renault 21 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | LN | 21 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |