1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (173 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 765 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Visa | Volare |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |