1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 555 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
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 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Caddy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |