1978 Citroen LN vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 22 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara weights approximately 280 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, 2000 Lada Samara (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2000 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | LN | Samara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
