1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1996 Lancia Dedra is newer by 12 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, 1996 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 325 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, 1996 Lancia Dedra (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Visa | Dedra |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |