1987 Citroen AX vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 843 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 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | AX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |