1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 265 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LNA | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |