1992 Citroen BX vs. 1983 Citroen LN
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 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, 1992 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1983 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | LN |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 930 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
