1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 22 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 360 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
