1990 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen AX | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | AX | 929 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |