1987 Citroen AX vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1288 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | AX | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
