1986 Citroen Axel vs. 1989 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1989 Dodge Spirit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 496 kg more than 1986 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Axel | 1989 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Axel | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
