1987 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa is newer by 9 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 907 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, 1996 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Previa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |
