1983 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Audi 80 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 80 | Visa |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |