1987 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
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 Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Starlet (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 28 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 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
