1987 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 678 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | AX | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |