1994 Citroen AX vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 432 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | AX | 360 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
