1988 Citroen AX vs. 1994 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1994 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota 4Runner (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 892 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.
Because 1994 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1994 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 1994 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | AX | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |