1981 Citroen LN vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 450 kg more than 1981 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, 1991 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
