1987 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, both 1987 Buick Skyhawk and 1987 Citroen AX were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skyhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (100 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skyhawk weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skyhawk | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skyhawk | AX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
