1989 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 830 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.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen AX | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | AX | Freelander |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |