1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 13 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 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 675 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 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Axel | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
