1987 Citroen AX vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 216 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | AX | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
