1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 773 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa. 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Visa | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | Passat |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
