1994 Citroen AX vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 362 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | AX | 440 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
