1985 Citroen LNA vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 705 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. 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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LNA | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
