1991 Citroen AX vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 88 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.
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, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1991 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1991 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
