1988 Citroen AX vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 427 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | AX | Carina |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |