1978 Citroen LN vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 20 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 170 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, 1998 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1998 Renault Clio | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | LN | Clio |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |