1978 Citroen LN vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 16 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 725 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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN. 1994 Plymouth Breeze 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. 1994 Plymouth Breeze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | LN | Breeze |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |