1994 Citroen AX vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 147 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
