1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | 9 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
