1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (113 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 885 kg more than 1982 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
