1994 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 323 weights approximately 184 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, 1984 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
