1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1294 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen LNA | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | LNA | Explorer |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2840 mm |