1989 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 590 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.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | AX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
