1988 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 750 kg more than 1988 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
