1994 Citroen AX vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 418 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.
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, 1989 Renault 21 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 21 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
