1980 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 19 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 193 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Visa | Baleno |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |