1987 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 806 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.
Because 1996 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | AX | Firebird |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |