1981 Citroen LN vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 19 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 600 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | LN | Primera |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1769 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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 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 | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |