1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 22 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 726 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Visa | S80 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
