2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 914 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 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1978 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | LN |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1624 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 43 L |
