1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 844 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen LNA has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen LNA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LNA | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 91 L |
