1988 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Charger (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Charger weights approximately 300 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, 1986 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1986 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | AX | Charger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
