1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 653 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa. 2004 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Visa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
