1990 Citroen AX vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, both 1990 Citroen AX and 1990 Volvo 480 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 480 (108 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 480 weights approximately 278 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.
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, 1990 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen AX | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | AX | 480 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |