1985 Citroen LNA vs. 2005 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 470 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, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 2005 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | LNA | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
