1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 6 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
