1987 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 17 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 732 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
