1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 28 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1525 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LNA | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
