1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 870 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, 2011 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Visa | C70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2639 mm |
