1978 Citroen LN vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 14 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 597 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.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Escort |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
