1983 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 732 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
