2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1984 Citroen LN
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 21 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1757 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1984 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Avalanche | LN |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
