1987 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 850 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
