1982 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 23 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1105 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 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2005 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | LN | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
