1987 Citroen AX vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,351 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 788 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | AX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
