1987 Citroen AX vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 2 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 805 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 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | AX | XJS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
