1979 Citroen Visa vs. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 968 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1979 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Visa | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |