1978 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 740 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | LN | ION |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |