1994 Citroen AX vs. 1992 Volvo 440
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 440 weights approximately 422 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, 1992 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | AX | 440 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
