1971 Citroen SM vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen SM (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 Citroen SM.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Citroen SM (235 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1971 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen SM | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | SM | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |
