1980 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Renault 11
To start off, 1986 Renault 11 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 11 (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 11 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1980 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, 1986 Renault 11 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 1986 Renault 11 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | 11 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 187 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 | 722 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |