1987 Citroen AX vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 5 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 881 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | AX | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
