1987 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 582 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
