1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 8 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 283 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, 1996 Opel Astra (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Visa | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Astra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |