2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 333 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Vanette 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 1990 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3, 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, 1990 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2080 mm |
