1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 28 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 1111 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, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Espace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
