1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 21 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, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Lupo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
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 | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |