1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Clio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
