1981 Citroen LN vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 12 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 875 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.
Because 1993 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2580 mm |
