1984 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 25 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 256 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 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Escape |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
