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 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 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 701 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
