2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1983 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
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, 1983 Nissan Prairie (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1983 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
