2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1983 Citroen LN
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 770 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1983 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | LN |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
