1987 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantara 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 3,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 224 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2000 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | AX | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
