1981 Cadillac Cimarron vs. 1981 Citroen Visa
To start off, both 1981 Cadillac Cimarron and 1981 Citroen Visa were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Cimarron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Cimarron (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Cimarron should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Cimarron weights approximately 428 kg more than 1981 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.
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1981 Cadillac Cimarron | 1981 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Cimarron | Visa |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |