1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 26 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 975 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 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | Visa | Captiva |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |