1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 938 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
