1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 13 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 425 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Visa | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
