1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 655 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 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | Visa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
