1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 30 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | LNA | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
