1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (154 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 625 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 Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
