1990 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1993 Mercury Capri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Capri weights approximately 364 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, 1993 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | AX | Capri |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
