1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 630 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 Corvette 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 Corvette. 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 Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | Visa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |