1988 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 8 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 997 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | AX | Voyager |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |