1993 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1993 Citroen AX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 112 kg more than 1993 Citroen AX.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Citroen AX (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | AX | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
