1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 4 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1988 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Visa | 480 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |