1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1985 Renault Rodeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 14 kg more than 1985 Renault Rodeo. 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, 1985 Renault Rodeo (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
