1987 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 678 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 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | AX | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
