1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (95 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 924 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1987 Citroen AX | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Town & Country | AX |
Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2290 mm |