1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 723 kg more than 1987 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Visa | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Passat |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 206 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 | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |