1987 Citroen AX vs. 1967 Toyota Crown

To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 700 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Toyota Crown 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Citroen AX 1967 Toyota Crown
Make Citroen Toyota
Model AX Crown
Year Released 1987 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 2597 cc
Horse Power 54 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 675 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2750 mm


 

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