1976 Citroen LN vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 20 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 479 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.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | LN | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
