1987 Citroen AX vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1987 Citroen AX (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
