1987 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RunX weights approximately 392 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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 RunX (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX 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 RunX | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | RunX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
