1994 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 677 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 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
