1989 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 4 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 460 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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (190 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 306 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
