1992 Citroen AX vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 558 kg more than 1992 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen AX | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | AX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 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 | 73 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |