1978 Citroen LN vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1062 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | LN | Actyon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |