1994 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX.

Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Citroen AX 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Citroen Mitsubishi
Model AX Lancer
Year Released 1994 2012
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 48 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4496 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2649 mm