1984 Citroen Axel vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 26 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1157 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 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Axel | Navara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3210 mm |
