1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Renault 14
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Renault 14. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 14 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1977 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | 14 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
