1987 Citroen AX vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (110 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Charade |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
