1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 5 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 285 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Corrado |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |