1994 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 502 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | AX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
