1989 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 511 kg more than 1989 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (185 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen AX | 1998 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
Model | AX | Nubira |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |