1980 Citroen LN vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
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 Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 270 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.
Because 1975 Nissan Skyline 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 1975 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1975 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Skyline 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 Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
