1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 7 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 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (114 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 505 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, 1991 Plymouth Colt (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Visa | Colt |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
