1987 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 400 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | AX | CR-V |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |