1988 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 12 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1047 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 2000 Opel Frontera 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, 2000 Opel Frontera 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | AX | Frontera |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |