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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (95 HP @ 6800 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 852 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 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 | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
