1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 473 kg more than 1987 Citroen Visa. 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, 2007 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Visa | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Megane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 165 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 | 722 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
