1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 33 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 890 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen LNA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | LNA | Orlando |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |