1984 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 848 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 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen LN | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | LN | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |