1988 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1995 Dodge Stealth is newer by 7 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 1022 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 1995 Dodge Stealth 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, 1995 Dodge Stealth 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, 1995 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1995 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | AX | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
