1987 Citroen AX vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 629 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
