1987 Citroen AX vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo 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, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | AX | Sumo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2425 mm |