1988 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 600 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | AX | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |