1995 Citroen AX vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Citroen AX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Kadett weights approximately 190 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, 1985 Opel Kadett (101 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | AX | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
