1978 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 665 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
