1987 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, both 1987 Citroen AX and 1987 Chevrolet Corsica were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 510 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.
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 Chevrolet Corsica (217 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Citroen AX | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | AX | Corsica |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 217 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |