1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1978 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 Volvo C30 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2007 Volvo C30 has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Visa | C30 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |