1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra is newer by 24 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Tigra (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Tigra weights approximately 455 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, 2008 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Tigra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |