1987 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,400 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1015 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 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
