1989 Citroen AX vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, both 1989 Citroen AX and 1989 Honda Legend were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 670 kg more than 1989 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 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen AX | 1989 Honda Legend | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | AX | Legend |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2674 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |