1987 Citroen AX vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 15 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1726 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 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | AX | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
