1994 Citroen AX vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 902 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.
Because 1990 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | AX | Senator |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
