1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1983 Holden Commodore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,891 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Commodore weights approximately 345 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Because 1983 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Visa | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
