1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 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, 1993 Mazda 626 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | LNA | 626 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
