1976 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 744 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
