1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen LNA | 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | LNA | Space Wagon |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |