1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Pluriel weights approximately 16 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1975 Nissan Skyline 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 1975 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel, 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, 1975 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Pluriel | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
