1988 Citroen Axel vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 790 kg more than 1988 Citroen Axel. 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Axel | Previa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
