1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 20 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, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 375 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, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (153 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Visa | Astra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
