1994 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 202 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Ford Escort (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
