1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Lada 117
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 is newer by 19 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 117 (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 117 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 117 weights approximately 378 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, 2002 Lada 117 (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2002 Lada 117 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Visa | 117 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
