1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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, 1997 Volvo S70 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Visa | S70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
