1988 Citroen AX vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 23 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | AX | Frontier |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |