1988 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 726 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
