1987 Citroen AX vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 618 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.
Because 1978 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | AX | Senator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
