1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 15 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 805 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.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Visa | Omega |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
