1989 Citroen AX vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 553 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
