1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 24 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (140 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 637 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Visa | Alero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1359 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
