1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1980 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Citroen Visa (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1980 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Golf |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |