1987 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 13 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), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 658 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Solara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
