1994 Citroen AX vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1024 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 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | AX | V70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
