1978 Citroen LN vs. 1977 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 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, 1977 Volkswagen Golf (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1977 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Golf |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
