1987 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 509 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | AX | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
