1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 21 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1114 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 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | LNA | Frontera |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |