1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 590 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Camaro | Visa |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |