1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 1 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 47 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Sprint | AX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
