1976 Citroen LN vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 759 kg more than 1976 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, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | LN | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
