1987 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 792 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 1983 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 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 1983 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. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Crown |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |
