1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1982 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Visa | Omega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
