1980 Citroen LN vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1980 Citroen LN is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 740 kg more than 1980 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
