1988 Citroen Axel vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Citroen Axel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen Axel weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1981 Volkswagen Golf (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Axel | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
