1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 18 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 410 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Megane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 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 | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
