1987 Citroen AX vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Carina weights approximately 233 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1979 Toyota Carina 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 1979 Toyota Carina. 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, 1979 Toyota Carina (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | AX | Carina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |