1978 Citroen LN vs. 1989 Citroen AX
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen AX weights approximately 12 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, 1989 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1989 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | LN | AX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
