1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 536 kg more than 1982 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
