1988 Citroen AX vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1988 Citroen AX and 1988 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 332 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | AX | Vectra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |