1987 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 11 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 11 weights approximately 213 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 11 (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 11 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
