1990 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1353 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol 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, 1984 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen AX | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | AX | Patrol |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2980 mm |