1976 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 29 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1494 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
