1994 Citroen AX vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 642 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 1997 Mazda RX-7 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 1997 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
