1991 Citroen AX vs. 1991 Saab 900
To start off, both 1991 Citroen AX and 1991 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 900 weights approximately 578 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, 1991 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen AX | 1991 Saab 900 | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | AX | 900 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |