2009 Acura TSX vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Acura TSX (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1988 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TSX | AX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
