1987 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, both 1987 Citroen AX and 1987 Lada Samara were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 241 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 Lada Samara (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1987 Lada Samara | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | AX | Samara |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |