1988 Citroen AX vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 472 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.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
