1984 Citroen LN vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 26 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 814 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | LN | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
