1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa. 2010 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. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Visa | S80 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
