1987 Citroen AX vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Laser weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1985 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Laser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
