1994 Citroen AX vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 652 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AX | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
