2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Citroen Saxo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2003 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, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Saxo | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Saxo | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 340 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 | 805 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
