1987 Citroen AX vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 360 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | AX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
