1982 Citroen LN vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 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 19 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
