1987 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 345 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1987 Citroen AX (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1983 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Taft |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
