1989 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 16 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1404 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
