1987 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 269 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | AX | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 41 L |
