1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | LNA | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
