1987 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1987 Citroen AX and 1987 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
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 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | AX | Kadett |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |