1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 8 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1128 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.
Because 1995 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Roadmaster | AX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
