1987 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, both 1987 Citroen AX and 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 656 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 Mercedes-Benz 230 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 230 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AX | 230 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
