1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 1984 Citroen Axel and 1984 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. 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, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Axel | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Axel | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1129 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |