1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1988 Nissan Vanette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 570 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.
Because 1988 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Axel | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2080 mm |
