1987 Citroen AX vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1994 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 7 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 438 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 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | AX | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |