1987 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 26 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 556 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 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2651 mm |
