1988 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Jazz weights approximately 12 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
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 Honda Jazz (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
