1987 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 653 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
