1987 Citroen AX vs. 1994 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Accent is newer by 7 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 213 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, 1994 Hyundai Accent (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1994 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | AX | Accent |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
