1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1082 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1987 Citroen AX | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Town & Country | AX |
Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2290 mm |