2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 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 13 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana.
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 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2560 mm |
