1981 Citroen LN vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 568 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |
