1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LNA | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
