1989 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Ford Royale
To start off, 1995 Ford Royale is newer by 6 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX.
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, 1995 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen AX | 1995 Ford Royale | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | AX | Royale |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |