1988 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 774 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Citroen AX 2010 Subaru Forester
Make Citroen Subaru
Model AX Forester
Year Released 1988 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 52 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1524 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 64 L


 

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