1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1984 Citroen Visa

To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Caprice 1984 Citroen Visa
Make Chevrolet Citroen
Model Caprice Visa
Year Released 1991 1984
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1580 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2440 mm