1987 Citroen AX vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 4 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), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 910 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 1991 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | AX | XJS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
