1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1987 Renault 11
To start off, 1987 Renault 11 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Renault 11. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 51 kg more than 1987 Renault 11. 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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 11. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1987 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | 11 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
