1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1989 Rover Montego is newer by 6 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Montego weights approximately 340 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, 1989 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1989 Rover Montego | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Visa | Montego |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |