1976 Citroen LN vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1369 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2980 mm |
