1987 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1485 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | T5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
