1978 Citroen LN vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1010 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 Tundra 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 Tundra 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 Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3270 mm |
