1988 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1993 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 612 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, 1993 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1993 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
