2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 31 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 890 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.
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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1978 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | BLS | LN |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
