1987 Citroen AX vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1295 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | AX | Musso |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
