1987 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sunny 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 452 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, 1998 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Sunny 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 Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | AX | Sunny |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |