1987 Citroen AX vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 218 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 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 205 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
