1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 28 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 783 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa. 2007 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | Laguna |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |