1987 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (100 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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 Citroen AX (120 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1998 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Charade |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
