1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 499 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.
Because 2009 Pontiac Solstice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Visa | Solstice |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |