1987 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (100 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 340 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, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (120 Nm). This means 1993 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1993 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
