1987 Citroen AX vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
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 Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (100 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 615 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1979 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 1979 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (191 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (120 Nm). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Crown |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
