1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 11 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 610 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | LNA | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |