1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Opel Combo
To start off, 2009 Opel Combo is newer by 25 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Combo should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Opel Combo | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Combo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |