1989 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1989 Buick Electra is newer by 2 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 853 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 1989 Buick Electra 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. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | AX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
