1994 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1999 Nissan Crew is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Crew weights approximately 572 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.
Because 1999 Nissan Crew is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1999 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Crew |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
