1987 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 645 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Bora |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
