1978 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 29 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN. 2007 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | LN | 5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |