2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Santana (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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, 1984 Nissan Santana (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
