1989 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 855 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX. 1999 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1580 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 |
