1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 385 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 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
