1987 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (100 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 135 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, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (120 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | AX | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
