1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 29 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA.
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, 2007 Ford Escape (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2007 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LNA | Escape |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 114 L |
