1988 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 174 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.
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, 1984 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1984 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
