1978 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 27 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 648 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 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1358 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |
