1987 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | AX | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3200 mm |
