1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1988 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, 1985 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | 18 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
