1981 Citroen LN vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 23 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1064 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 73 L |
