1987 Citroen AX vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 622 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Taft |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2030 mm |
