1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo

To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 3 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (124 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Citroen Visa 1987 Zastava Yugo
Make Citroen Zastava
Model Visa Yugo
Year Released 1984 1987
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1580 cc 1585 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 83 HP
Torque 137 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2510 mm


 

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