1994 Citroen AX vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 437 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, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
