1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 586 kg more than 1984 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 Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | Laguna |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 115 L |