1986 Citroen Axel vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Axel | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Axel | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
