1985 Citroen Axel vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Axel | Defender |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
