1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 11 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1248 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1987 Citroen AX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | Vantage | AX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |