1988 Citroen Axel vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 755 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Axel | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Axel | Corolla |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |