1989 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 17 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 775 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Primera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
