2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Presea (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 HP @ 5660 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea.
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, 1990 Nissan Presea (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Presea |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5660 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |