1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,044 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Skoda L weights approximately 103 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1981 Skoda L | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Visa | L |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |