1994 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Toyota Supra

To start off, 1998 Toyota Supra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Supra weights approximately 947 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.

Because 1998 Toyota Supra 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 1998 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Citroen AX 1998 Toyota Supra
Make Citroen Toyota
Model AX Supra
Year Released 1994 1998
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 48 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 668 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2560 mm


 

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