1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 984 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 1993 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 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Caprice | Visa |
Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |