1987 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 167 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1984 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | AX | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2160 mm |
