1987 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1910 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 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | AX | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
