1987 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 792 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 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Citroen AX 2000 Honda CR-V
Make Citroen Honda
Model AX CR-V
Year Released 1987 2000
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 48 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.6
Top Speed 148 km/hour 193 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 708 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 3530 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1745 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.4 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 6.7 L/100km 10 L/100km


 

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