1978 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 900 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 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
