1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. 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 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Axel | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
