1987 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 1987 Citroen AX and 1987 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Commodore weights approximately 390 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 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Commodore. 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 Holden Commodore (247 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1987 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1987 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | AX | Commodore |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 247 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |