1987 Citroen AX vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 154 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
