1987 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 25 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1512 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |
