1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, both 1984 Citroen Axel and 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 (125 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz 300 (245 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Axel | 300 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
