1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 12 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa.
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 (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Gol |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |