1987 Citroen AX vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
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 Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 52 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
