1994 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 782 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | AX | 959 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
