1989 Citroen Axel vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen Axel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen Axel | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Axel | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
