1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 21 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 790 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | S-10 | LNA |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2240 mm |