1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 84 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Passat |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |