1982 Citroen LN vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen LN weights approximately 34 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
