1987 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 255 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX 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, 1984 Toyota Carina (121 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Carina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
