1994 Citroen AX vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 642 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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 1988 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | AX | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
