1997 Citroen Saxo vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1997 Citroen Saxo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1997 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Saxo | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Saxo | 5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
