1987 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 488 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AX | Galant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
