1984 Citroen LN vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 685 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 2013 Porsche 911 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 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | LN | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
