1988 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 309 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 180 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, 1987 Peugeot 309 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 309 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
