1978 Citroen LN vs. 1992 Toyota Century
To start off, 1992 Toyota Century 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Century weights approximately 1090 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 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN. 1992 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1992 Toyota Century | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Century |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2870 mm |