1987 Cadillac Allante vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, both 1987 Cadillac Allante 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Allante (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 915 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.
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. 1987 Cadillac Allante 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. 1987 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Allante | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Allante | AX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
