1987 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 11 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 973 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, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | AX | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
