1987 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1987 Citroen AX and 1987 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Laser. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1987 Ford Laser | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | AX | Laser |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |