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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 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 445 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). 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 | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
