2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana. 2008 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Santana has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
