1987 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is newer by 9 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 952 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (193 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AX | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
