1985 Citroen C vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, both 1985 Citroen C and 1985 Nissan Santana were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Santana weights approximately 229 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. 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, 1985 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen C | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C | Santana |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |