1984 Citroen LN vs. 1998 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 1998 Dodge Avenger is newer by 14 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 660 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, 1998 Dodge Avenger (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 1998 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | LN | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
