1989 Citroen AX vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1991 Mercury Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Capri weights approximately 355 kg more than 1989 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, 1991 Mercury Capri (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | AX | Capri |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
