1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1986 Renault Rodeo is newer by 8 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen LNA (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LNA should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Rodeo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA.
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, 1986 Renault Rodeo (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | LNA | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
