1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 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), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 862 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.
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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Visa | S80 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
