1988 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 7 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 802 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 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | AX | Serena |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |