1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1992 Ford Corsair

To start off, 1992 Ford Corsair is newer by 14 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 420 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.

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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Citroen LNA 1992 Ford Corsair
Make Citroen Ford
Model LNA Corsair
Year Released 1978 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 3390 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2560 mm


 

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