1988 Citroen AX vs. 1979 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 600 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Nissan Cedric 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 1979 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1979 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1979 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
