2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1516 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | LN |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
