1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1984 Volvo 760

To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (153 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 760 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 Volvo 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 1984 Volvo 760
Make Citroen Volvo
Model Visa 760
Year Released 1986 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 2849 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 73 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2780 mm


 

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