1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 425 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 1986 Holden Commodore 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 1986 Holden Commodore. 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | Visa | Commodore |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |