1990 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 5 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1990 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, 1983 Renault 5 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
