1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 810 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LNA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | LNA |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |