1987 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 708 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
