1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 23 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 727 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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Caddy |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |