1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 635 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.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen LNA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | LNA | Passat |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |