1987 Citroen AX vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 15 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (100 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 600 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (120 Nm). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Solara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1395 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 |
