1987 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 22 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), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 743 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 53 L |
