1984 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 740 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 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen LN | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | LN | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |