1985 Chrysler Laser vs. 1985 Citroen Axel
To start off, both 1985 Chrysler Laser and 1985 Citroen Axel were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chrysler Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chrysler Laser (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chrysler Laser weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Chrysler Laser (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chrysler Laser | 1985 Citroen Axel | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Laser | Axel |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |