1978 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 28 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LN | Vito |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 78 L |