1983 Citroen LN vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 395 kg more than 1983 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 Bluebird (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen LN | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | LN | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |