1988 Citroen AX vs. 1991 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 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 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 692 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, 1991 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1991 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
