1979 Chevrolet Citation vs. 1979 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 1979 Chevrolet Citation and 1979 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Citation is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Citation weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Passat.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Citation | 1979 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Citation | Passat |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
