1987 Citroen AX vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 201 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 1990 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
