1994 Citroen AX vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora weights approximately 510 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | AX | Ventora |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |