1989 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 20 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | AX | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
