1987 Citroen AX vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru Leone 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Leone weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Subaru Leone. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (110 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | AX | Leone |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
