1987 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1193 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
