1987 Citroen AX vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 531 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.
Because 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (222 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
