1994 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 797 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 1976 Plymouth Volare 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 1976 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | AX | Volare |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
