1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 918 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, 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1640 kg |
