1978 Citroen LN vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 26 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 660 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 2004 Mahindra Commander 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, 2004 Mahindra Commander 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, 2004 Mahindra Commander (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | LN | Commander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2690 mm |
