1982 Citroen LN vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 146 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.
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, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
