1978 Citroen LN vs. 1986 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1986 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 170 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1986 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2420 mm |
