1985 Citroen Axel vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 2,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1985 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Axel | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
