1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 684 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | Laguna |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |