1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 655 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
