1988 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1566 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Armada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 106 L |
