1987 Citroen AX vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1068 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 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | AX | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
