1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 30 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 895 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Visa | S80 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2835 mm |
