1982 Citroen LN vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
