1979 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1986 Renault Rodeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen Visa weights approximately 2 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Renault Rodeo (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | Rodeo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |