1987 Citroen AX vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L 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 51 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Skoda L weights approximately 119 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | AX | L |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
