1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa.
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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | Laguna |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |