1987 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (110 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AX | Colt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
