1987 Citroen AX vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 5 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 585 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 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
