1994 Citroen AX vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,526 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 5 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
