1990 Citroen AX vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 798 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
