1979 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 is newer by 20 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 653 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.
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, 1999 Volvo C70 (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa. 1999 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Visa | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Visa | C70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
