1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 4 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1977 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Passat |
Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 95 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |