1983 Citroen LN vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 21 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1100 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 73 L |
