1978 Citroen LN vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 25 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 922 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 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Condor |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1632 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |