1982 Citroen LN vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1986 Nissan Santana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Santana weights approximately 356 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, 1986 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Santana |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
