1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 774 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Visa | S80 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |