1988 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 1162 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 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Retona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
