1976 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 30 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 612 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Touran |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| 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 | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
