1988 Citroen AX vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 6 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 267 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Parati |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
