1987 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 14 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1088 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 2001 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
