1990 Citroen AX vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
