1987 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 143 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1986 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
