1987 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, both 1987 Citroen AX and 1987 Volvo 760 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (108 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 668 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 Volvo 760 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 Volvo 760. 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 Volvo 760 (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | AX | 760 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 73 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |