1980 Citroen Visa vs. 1994 Lada Samara
To start off, 1994 Lada Samara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Samara weights approximately 202 kg more than 1980 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, 1994 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 1994 Lada Samara | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Visa | Samara |
Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |