1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird

To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 453 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 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Citroen Visa 1976 Holden Sunbird
Make Citroen Holden
Model Visa Sunbird
Year Released 1984 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 259 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2590 mm


 

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