1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1991 Volvo 850
To start off, 1991 Volvo 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 850 (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 850 weights approximately 648 kg more than 1988 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, 1991 Volvo 850 (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Visa | 1991 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Visa | 850 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |