1987 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 336 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.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Terios |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
