1988 Citroen AX vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Clio weights approximately 102 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Citroen AX (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
