1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 890 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen LNA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LNA | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
