1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 220 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 1981 Pontiac 1000 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 1981 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1981 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Visa | 1000 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |