1988 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 482 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
