1987 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 12 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 76 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (89 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1999 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Life |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
