1978 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1373 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN. 2009 Kia Sportage 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. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Citroen LN 2009 Kia Sportage
Make Citroen Kia
Model LN Sportage
Year Released 1978 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 2083 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 65 L


 

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