1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Visa | 240 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
