1978 Citroen LN vs. 1977 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 640 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 1977 Nissan Cedric 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 1977 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1977 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1977 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | LN | Cedric |
Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |