1994 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 402 kg more than 1994 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Carina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
