1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 12 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 730 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 1995 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
