1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Lada 21
To start off, 2008 Lada 21 is newer by 23 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada 21 weights approximately 219 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2008 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Visa | 21 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
