1988 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 857 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.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 1984 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | AX | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |