1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Axel | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
