1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 375 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | LNA | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
