1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 6 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, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
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 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Visa | Nova |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
