1987 Citroen AX vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1228 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, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
