1987 Citroen AX vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 273 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, 1989 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | AX | Carina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |