1989 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 12 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 861 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | AX | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
