1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 540 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
