1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 931 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.
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, 1998 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa. 1998 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Visa | S80 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
