1987 Citroen AX vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 655 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 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | AX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |