1994 Citroen AX vs. 1977 Ford Cortina

To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 460 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 1977 Ford Cortina 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 1977 Ford Cortina. 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Citroen AX 1977 Ford Cortina
Make Citroen Ford
Model AX Cortina
Year Released 1994 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 2294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 48 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 60.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 8.8:1
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 1128 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2590 mm


 

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