1988 Citroen AX vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 167 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Citroen AX (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
