1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 28 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | LNA | Defender |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
