1987 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 1987 Citroen AX and 1987 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 577 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | AX | Celica |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |