1980 Citroen LN vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 662 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
