1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 288 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | Polo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
