1979 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1979 Citroen Visa

To start off, both 1979 Chrysler Avenger and 1979 Citroen Visa were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 158 kg more than 1979 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 Chrysler Avenger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Chrysler Avenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.

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