1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 704 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | Visa |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |