1980 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9
To start off, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | Xedos 9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
