1988 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Orion weights approximately 186 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 Ford Orion (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Orion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |
