1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen LNA, 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen LNA | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | LNA | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
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 | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |