1987 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1995 Nissan Presea is newer by 8 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), 1995 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Presea weights approximately 308 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, 1995 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1995 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Presea |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
