1989 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 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 Yaris (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
