1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 10 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1023 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | AX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
