1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Opel Vectra is newer by 15 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Vectra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Vectra weights approximately 380 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, 1998 Opel Vectra (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1998 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Vectra |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |