1987 Citroen AX vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Laser weights approximately 70 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1981 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Laser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
