1984 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 865 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | AX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
