1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Passat |
Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |