1978 Citroen LN vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 270 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 1973 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
