1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Visa | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
