1981 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 24 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 845 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 2005 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1981 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1981 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
