1978 Citroen LN vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 32 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 568 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, 2010 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | LN | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |
