1989 Citroen Axel vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen Axel | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Axel | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |