1994 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 16 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1648 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 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Citroen AX 2010 Nissan Frontier
Make Citroen Nissan
Model AX Frontier
Year Released 1994 2010
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 48 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 668 kg 2316 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 3200 mm