1987 Citroen AX vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
