1987 Citroen AX vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,750 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 728 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
