1994 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Jazz weights approximately 32 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
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, 1986 Honda Jazz (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1986 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
