1987 Citroen AX vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 978 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 1979 Dodge Mirada 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 1979 Dodge Mirada. 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | AX | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
