1987 Citroen AX vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 266 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, 1982 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
