1988 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 401 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | AX | Neon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 79 L |
