2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1988 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa. 2009 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1988 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Impala | Visa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
