1985 Citroen BX vs. 1981 Citroen LN
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1981 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | LN |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
