1980 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen LN would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1726 kg more than 1980 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | LN | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 106 L |
