1995 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1995 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 177 kg more than 1995 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
