1987 Citroen AX vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Saab 900 weights approximately 375 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 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX will offer significantly more control. 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 Saab 900 (162 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | AX | 900 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
