1987 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1876 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | AX | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2743 mm |
