1987 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 918 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | C5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
