1988 Citroen AX vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen AX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
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, 1985 Suzuki Swift (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | AX | Swift |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
