1991 Citroen AX vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 48 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
