1987 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 645 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 Eclipse | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AX | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
