1988 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 698 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Primera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
