1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 28 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), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 965 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 2012 Holden 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, 2012 Holden 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Visa | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
