1987 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 604 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 1983 Opel Monza 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 1983 Opel Monza. 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, 1983 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | AX | Monza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
