1987 Citroen AX vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 258 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
