1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 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 973 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Corsa weights approximately 262 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, 1998 Opel Corsa (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Visa | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Corsa |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.6 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |