1994 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 992 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 Microbus 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 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Microbus 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 Microbus | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
