1994 Citroen AX vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1994 Citroen AX and 1994 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 842 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 1994 Opel Omega 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 1994 Opel Omega. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | AX | Omega |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |