1991 Citroen AX vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 608 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercury Cougar 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 1980 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen AX, 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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen AX | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | AX | Cougar |
Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |