1984 Citroen LN vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen LN would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Titan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 140 L |
