1990 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 893 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 1996 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (131 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
