1987 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 21 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 663 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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
