1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Renault 5. 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| 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 | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
