1987 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, both 1987 Citroen AX and 1987 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 18 kg more 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 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | AX | Nova |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |