1987 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 415 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 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Golf |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
