1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio.
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 (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
