1991 Citroen AX vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen AX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1249 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 2011 Lincoln Town Car 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 2011 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX. 2011 Lincoln Town Car 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. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | AX | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5471 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
