1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | 18 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
