1988 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Telstar weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 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, 1984 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1984 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
