1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1988 Porsche 928

To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 790 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.

Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Citroen Visa 1988 Porsche 928
Make Citroen Porsche
Model Visa 928
Year Released 1983 1988
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 651 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 307 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2510 mm


 

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