1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 508 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, 1994 Mazda 323 (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | LNA | 323 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
