1984 Citroen LN vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 is newer by 20 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 730 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 2004 Porsche GT2 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 2004 Porsche GT2. 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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | LN | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
