1990 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen AX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | AX | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
