1988 Citroen AX vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1068 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 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | AX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
