1988 Citroen AX vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 377 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | AX | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
