1978 Citroen LN vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 1989 Skoda Favorit 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Skoda Favorit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda Favorit (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Favorit should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Skoda Favorit weights approximately 230 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 Skoda Favorit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Skoda Favorit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | LN | Favorit |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
