1987 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Honda Legend
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend 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 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 875 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 Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend 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 Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Legend |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
