1987 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 21 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 573 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Auris |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
