1987 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 13 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 696 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Contour |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
