1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 360 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, 2006 Renault Clio (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
