1987 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena is newer by 11 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 663 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 1998 Nissan Serena 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 1998 Nissan Serena. 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, 1998 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | AX | Serena |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |