1989 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 18 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 920 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 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Titan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 106 L |
