1979 Citroen Visa vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1980 Volvo 244 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 244 (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 244 weights approximately 571 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 1980 Volvo 244 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 1980 Volvo 244. 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, 1980 Volvo 244 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Visa | 244 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |