1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1988 Renault 19 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | 19 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |