1989 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 24 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 1102 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | AX | M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
