1987 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 460 weights approximately 303 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 Volvo 460 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | AX | 460 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
